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Compare (neo) realism and (neo) liberalism. As one aspect of liberalism, Neoliberal Institutionalism (NLI) emphasizes the proliferation of transnational challenges that are beyond the capacity of individual states, and therefore require the active role of institutions in global governance. How does this relate to the question of state power and sovereignty? Put your discussion within the context of (neo) realism’ argument that the international structure is essentially anarchic. Do you think states exist in a state of anarchy? Is anarchy still a relevant characterization of the contemporary, globalized world? Or has the sovereignty of states been challenged by aspects of globalization?